Destiny 2FPS onRyzen 7 7800X3D&GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2

Destiny 2

Uses the stable Tiger engine. It has dropped support for older OSs and requires significant storage space. A decent CPU is needed for raids and activities with many enemies.

Destiny 2 - FPS Estimates by Resolution

Actual FPS may vary based on RAM speed, background processes, and other system factors

1080P
low114 FPS
medium99 FPS
high80 FPS
ultra62 FPS
1440P
low93 FPS
medium79 FPS
high59 FPS
ultra47 FPS
4K
low38 FPS
medium31 FPS
high25 FPS
ultra22 FPS

Performance Report

Destiny 2

GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2 + Ryzen 7 7800X3D
🎮Visual Experience

At 1080p, all quality settings exceed 62 FPS. At 1440p, frame rates range from 47 to 93 FPS. At 4K, frame rates range from 22 to 38 FPS.

Official Requirements

The GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2 is 33% below recommended, but 61% above minimum for Destiny 2. The Ryzen 7 7800X3D is 164% above the recommended CPU (Core i5-2400).

AI Acceleration

Destiny 2 supports: AFMF. This game does not have native DLSS 3 or FSR 3 Frame Generation support. AFMF is AMD-exclusive and not compatible with GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2.

⚙️FPS Ceiling Analysis

The GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2 sets the FPS ceiling at all 1080p settings, all 1440p settings, all 4k settings, while the Ryzen 7 7800X3D still has additional frame-generation headroom.

💰Value Analysis

Approximated average price on current market:

GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2:$60(updated 2/6/2026)
Official Launch Price: $649
Ryzen 7 7800X3D:$384(updated 2/6/2026)
Official Launch Price: $449

Combo price: $444. At 1080p Ultra, this combo delivers 62 FPS, equivalent to 0.14 FPS per dollar.

ResolutionLowMediumHighUltra
1080p0.257 fps/$0.223 fps/$0.180 fps/$0.140 fps/$
1440p0.209 fps/$0.178 fps/$0.133 fps/$0.106 fps/$
4k0.086 fps/$0.070 fps/$0.056 fps/$0.050 fps/$

* Table values represent FPS per Dollar (higher is better)

Performance Limiter Analysis

Ryzen 7 7800X3D|GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2

This section is based on estimated CPU/GPU FPS ceilings, not utilization percentages.

📈Analysis

At 4k high, the GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2 sets the ceiling at about 26 FPS, while the Ryzen 7 7800X3D has headroom up to 168 FPS. In this scenario, the GPU limits the CPU potential by 85% (FPS gap: 142 FPS). Overall distribution: GPU limits 12/12 cells, CPU limits 0/12, balanced 0/12.

Verdict

GPU Limits CPU

Your GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2 is the limiting side in the heaviest mismatch. This means part of the Ryzen 7 7800X3D frame-generation potential remains unused in those settings.

🧩Detailed Breakdown
1080p (Full HD)
LowGPU Limits CPU 65%
MediumGPU Limits CPU 67%
HighGPU Limits CPU 68%
UltraGPU Limits CPU 76%
1440p (2K QHD)
LowGPU Limits CPU 71%
MediumGPU Limits CPU 74%
HighGPU Limits CPU 78%
UltraGPU Limits CPU 82%
4K (Ultra HD)
LowGPU Limits CPU 82%
MediumGPU Limits CPU 84%
HighGPU Limits CPU 85%
UltraGPU Limits CPU 85%
Percentages show how much potential FPS of the stronger component is lost because the other component has a lower FPS ceiling.
🧠Methodology

We estimate the maximum FPS the processor can sustain and the maximum FPS the graphics card can sustain in each setting, then compare those limits directly.

Limit Factor formula: (stronger - weaker) / stronger. Example: if CPU ceiling is 200 FPS and GPU ceiling is 140 FPS, then GPU limits CPU by 30%.

CPU Limits GPU means the processor ceiling is lower. GPU Limits CPU means the graphics ceiling is lower. Balanced means the FPS ceilings are close enough that the gap is negligible.

A component can still be the FPS limiter without reaching 100% utilization. The displayed percentages are derived from FPS ceilings, not generic utilization heuristics.

Destiny 2 Requirements Comparison

See how your processor and graphics card compare against the game official minimum and recommended system specs. The placement of your hardware is calculated using relative synthetic performance scores to help you gauge overall playability.

CPU - Ryzen 7 7800X3D
cpu icon
34,293
Your Score
MinimumCore i3-3250
RecommendedCore i5-2400
GPU - GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2
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6,500
Your Score
MinimumGeForce GTX 660
RecommendedGeForce GTX 970

Your CPU is 164% below recommended and your GPU is 33% below recommended, but both meet minimum specs. Playable at Low/Medium settings, 1080p or below.

CPU

+164%vsrecommended

GPU

-33%vsrecommended

CPU

+977%vsminimum

GPU

+61%vsminimum

Minimum Requirements
Video Card: GeForce GTX 660
Processor: Core i3-3250
Memory: 6 GB
Disk Space: 105 GB
System: Windows 10 64-bit
Recommended Requirements
Video Card: GeForce GTX 970
Processor: Core i5-2400
Memory: 8 GB
Disk Space: 105 GB (SSD)
System: Windows 10 64-bit

Frequently Asked Questions

1Can the Ryzen 7 7800X3D and GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2 run Destiny 2 well?

Yes, the Ryzen 7 7800X3D paired with the GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2 can run Destiny 2 smoothly up to 1080p achieving around 62 FPS at Ultra quality. Your GPU is 33% below the recommended specs, and your CPU is 164% above the recommended requirements.

2Is there a more cost-effective setup to run Destiny 2?

This CPU + GPU combo costs approximately $444 ($384 CPU (Rank #212 Value) + $60 GPU). Since the GPU is the main limiting factor, investing in a stronger GPU will improve your framerates and overall value. For example, upgrading to the GeForce RTX 5060 for around $299 (Rank #2 for value) could deliver noticeably better performance.

3Which component should I upgrade first to improve Destiny 2 performance?

For Destiny 2, upgrading the GPU would give you the most noticeable improvement. The GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2 is the limiting factor here, while the Ryzen 7 7800X3D still has spare capacity. A more powerful GPU would unlock higher FPS, especially at higher resolutions and quality presets. GPU-limited at: 1080p high, 1080p low, 1080p medium, 1080p ultra, 1440p high, 1440p low, 1440p medium, 1440p ultra, 4k high, 4k low, 4k medium, 4k ultra.

4Does this setup support Frame Generation for Destiny 2?

Destiny 2 supports AFMF, but your GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2 is not compatible with these technologies. Frame Generation is typically available on newer GPUs like the RTX 40-series (DLSS 3) or modern AMD cards (FSR 3).

5What are the minimum and recommended specs for Destiny 2?

Destiny 2 requires at minimum a Core i3-3250 (CPU) and GeForce GTX 660 (GPU) with 6 GB RAM and 105 GB storage. For the recommended experience, you need a Core i5-2400 and GeForce GTX 970 with 8 GB RAM. Your setup meets the minimum requirements but falls short of the recommended specs. You may need to lower some settings for smooth performance.

6How accurate are these Destiny 2 FPS estimates for the Ryzen 7 7800X3D and GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2?

These Destiny 2 FPS results are not arbitrary numbers. They come from calculations informed by thousands of real gaming benchmarks, and the typical accuracy range is around 10% to 15%. That makes them far more useful than generic FPS calculators that simply invent values without a benchmark foundation. Actual in-game performance can still vary with drivers, updates, RAM configuration, cooling, and the exact scene being rendered.

Performance estimates are based on synthetic benchmarks and hardware capabilities.

Results may vary based on drivers, OS, and background processes.